Tattoo Removal - Semi-Permanent Makeup Removal

For newly tattooed areas, you can consider removal treatment after about 4-6 weeks, once the treated area has sufficiently healed.

The number of sessions varies greatly among individuals due to various factors such as tattoo color, depth, size, and the type of ink used. We will provide an accurate estimate after a direct consultation.

For effective tattoo removal, it is generally common to repeat treatments at intervals of 4 to 6 weeks.

Pico Plus selectively removes melanin pigments, resulting in less pain compared to existing lasers. However, topical anesthetic cream or local anesthesia can be used for a more comfortable procedure.

Not only black eyebrow tattoo pigments, but also red pigments remaining after semi-permanent eyebrow procedures can be removed.

Even with sufficient post-care, in rare cases, blisters larger than 2cm may occur, especially with tattoos containing a large amount of pigment. Such large blisters can lead to hyperpigmentation, so appropriate medical treatment by a healthcare professional is absolutely necessary. If this situation occurs, please visit us, and we will provide sterile examination and treatment.

Pico Laser works by delivering very short laser energy in picosecond units to the tattoo pigment, breaking down the pigment particles into smaller fragments. These fragmented pigments do not disappear immediately after the procedure but are gradually cleared over several weeks through our body's immune response. Therefore, tattoo removal is a procedure that involves both the process of breaking down pigments with a laser and the subsequent process of our body clearing the pigments.

The number of sessions required for tattoo removal varies greatly from person to person. Not only the color and size of the tattoo, but also the pigment density, depth, ink type, whether it's a professional tattoo, and skin condition can affect the number of treatments needed. Generally, multiple repeated treatments are often required, and dark, deep professional tattoos may need more sessions. Therefore, rather than determining an exact number of sessions from the beginning, it's advisable to assess how much the pigment fades in each session and decide the treatment frequency accordingly.

For tattoo removal, it is important to allow sufficient time for the laser-fragmented pigments to be cleared and for the skin to fully recover. Generally, repeat treatments are performed at intervals of approximately 6 to 8 weeks. However, a longer recovery period may be necessary depending on the tattoo size, amount of pigment, energy used, and the skin's reaction after the procedure. Taking too short an interval does not make the tattoo disappear faster, so it is important to proceed with the next treatment after the skin has fully recovered.

Laser tattoo removal can be considered for colored tattoos, but the wavelength that reacts differs depending on the tattoo color. For red or orange pigments, a 532nm wavelength can be used. However, some colors like blue or green may have limited response with only 1064nm and 532nm, making them more difficult to remove than black tattoos or requiring lasers with different wavelengths. Therefore, for colored tattoos, it is important to first confirm the colors used and then consult about the feasibility of treatment and the expected process.

For black tattoos, a Pico Laser with a 1064nm wavelength is primarily used. Since black pigments absorb 1064nm laser energy well, it is one of the most commonly used combinations for tattoo removal.

Not all pigments disappear immediately after tattoo removal. Since the laser breaks down the pigments and our body needs to clear them, the tattoo gradually fades over several weeks after the procedure. Immediately after the procedure, the tattoo area may appear white, red, or swollen, and pigment changes are observed after these initial reactions subside.

While significant pigment reduction can be expected for many tattoos, complete removal without a trace cannot be guaranteed for all tattoos. Depending on the type and depth of pigment, the ink used, and skin condition, some pigment may remain, and hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation of the skin may occur during the treatment process. Especially multi-colored tattoos or tattoos that have been layered multiple times may take longer to treat. Therefore, it is more realistic to consult about the extent of pigment reduction possible for the current tattoo rather than about complete removal.

Even with appropriate laser settings and consideration for skin recovery, all laser procedures carry the possibility of skin reactions. Temporary redness, hyperpigmentation, or hypopigmentation may occur after tattoo removal, and in rare cases, changes in skin texture or scars may remain. Particularly, excessive laser energy, repeated stimulation, or forcibly removing scabs and blisters formed after the procedure can increase the risk of skin damage. Therefore, for tattoo removal, it is important to proceed at appropriate intervals while monitoring skin reactions and to ensure good aftercare.

For tattoo removal, Q-switched lasers in nanosecond units and Pico Lasers in picosecond units are used. Pico Laser is characterized by utilizing a photoacoustic effect, which delivers laser energy to the pigment in a shorter time than nanoseconds, thereby breaking down tattoo pigment particles into smaller fragments. Using short pulses has the advantage of targeting pigments while reducing the time for heat to spread to surrounding tissues. However, the results of tattoo removal are not solely determined by whether it's a Pico Laser; the wavelength suitable for the tattoo color, energy settings, and treatment intervals are also important.